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    Sitoyo Lopokoiyit to Quit as M-PESA Africa CEO; Ethiopia Monetisation Concerns Loom

    Muhereza KyamuteteraBanking & Financial ServicesCompany NewsFebruary 11, 2026February 11, 2026

    Sitoyo Lopokoiyit, one of Africa’s most influential fintech leaders and the architect of M-PESA’s continental expansion strategy, is set to step down as Chief Executive Officer of M-PESA Africa on…

    Elias Edu took charge of NIC Holdings amid fragile market share, capital constraints, and profit volatility, tasked with restoring growth, strengthening the balance sheet, and turning legacy into a lasting competitive advantage.

    Will Elias Edu Confront NIC Holdings’ Falling Market Share?

    Jeff WintersThe Big StoryFebruary 11, 2026February 12, 2026

    For much of Uganda’s post-independence history, NIC Holdings occupied a privileged position in the country’s insurance landscape. Established in 1964 as National Insurance Corporation, NIC was once the dominant underwriter…

    Tracy Kakuru Otatiina left the predictability of corporate life to build her own bridal business, turning creativity into enterprise and redefining success on her own terms, one gown and bride at a time.

    From Brand Strategy to Bridal Luxury: The Making of Tracy Kakuru Otatiina

    CEO East Africa MagazineFashion, Design & StyleFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 2026

    Tracy Kakuru Otatiina is a brand strategist turned entrepreneur whose career is defined by purposeful storytelling. With a foundation in corporate communications and global brand management, she has mastered the…

    IMF wants Uganda to introduce VAT on fuel and cut excise duty to boost revenues, warning that poor sequencing could fuel public backlash and economic pressure.

    IMF Wants Govt to Introduce VAT on Fuel

    CEO East Africa MagazineThe Big StoryFebruary 9, 2026February 9, 2026

    The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged government to introduce Value Added Tax (VAT) on fuel products as part of a broader strategy to strengthen domestic revenue mobilization and improve…

    Sanjay Rughani faces his defining test as Standard Chartered Uganda exits retail banking: turning a leaner, corporate-focused strategy into sustainable profits, disciplined returns, and lasting relevance in a tougher market.

    Sanjay Rughani and the Test of a Leaner Standard Chartered Bank

    Jeff WintersThe Big StoryFebruary 9, 2026February 9, 2026

    Last week’s signing between the Government of Uganda and Standard Chartered Bank offered a reminder of the institution’s enduring strength. The €641.1 million (UGX 2.75 trillion) financing package, covering power…

    Uganda Airlines: A Governance Autopsy of a National Dream Repeatedly Deferred

    CEO East Africa MagazineThought LeadershipFebruary 8, 2026February 8, 2026

    Uganda Airlines is not merely a company incorporated under the Companies Act, Cap. 106. It is a national emblem, a strategic infrastructure asset, and a repository of public trust. It…

    As Absa Uganda enters consolidation, 2026 will test David Wandera’s leadership, integration skill, and ability to sustain momentum, carrying national expectations as the bank’s first Ugandan Managing Director forward decisively.

    All Eyes on David Wandera: Why 2026 is a Critical Year for Absa

    Jeff WintersBanking & Financial ServicesThe Big StoryFebruary 8, 2026February 8, 2026

    There is a saying that when you are entrusted with the responsibility of representing your country, you must give your very best, because you are carrying the weight and expectations…

    I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series sponsors promise a bigger and more exciting 2026 season

    Brian EmorutBanking & Financial ServicesCompany NewsFebruary 7, 2026February 7, 2026

    On Thursday, 5 February 2026, I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series title sponsors- I&M Bank Uganda, hosted partners and sponsors of the tournament at an exclusive appreciation dinner at the Kampala…

    What It Takes to Transform Organisations: Some of Uganda’s Transformational CEOs Speak Out

    Kisakye ImaniLeadership & GovernanceThe Big StoryFebruary 6, 2026February 6, 2026

    In November 2025, Daily Monitor published a special report titled “CEOs with a Midas Touch”, a rare, wide-angle look into the minds of leaders who have not merely managed institutions…

    Equity Bank Launches Affordable Financing for Electric Cooking In Uganda

    Brian EmorutBanking & Financial ServicesCompany NewsFebruary 5, 2026February 5, 2026

    Equity Bank Uganda in partnership with UKAID and the Ministry of Energy has today launched affordable financing for eCooking products and technologies in Uganda. Dubbed the Modern Energy Cooking Services…

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